A hard-working professional with strong skills in modern web design and data analysis with a focus on writing clean, maintainable code to produce intuitive user interfaces. I have recently gained qualifications to prove my proficiency in Python and JavaScript. These qualifications have taught me fundamental programming concepts which are transferable to any language. After a successful 10-year career in the the property and pensions industry, and carrying out some freelance web design work, I am looking to transition into a long-term IT role.
Education
PCAP 31-03 - Certified Associate Python Programmer
Nov 2024
PCEP 30-02 – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
Sept 2024
JSE – Certified Entry-Level JavaScript Programmer JSE 40-01
Dec 2024
Level 3 ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management
2021
BSC Applied Psychology
2014 - University of Cumbria
A Levels
2011 - Oaklands College - Maths & Psychology
GCSEs
2009 - East Barnett School - 11 GCSEs all graded A-C
Career
Cumbria Cleaning Co.
2025 - Present
Freelance Web Designer
- Designing website for local cleaning company.
- Use of Google Analytics to monitor website traffic.
- Implementing best SEO practices including JSON schemas and effective meta descriptions & headings.
- Creating easy contact links through email and WhastApp.
- Maintaining testimonials page with latest company reviews.
InvestAcc Pension Administration Ltd
2015 – Present
SSAS Property Manager
2023-Present
- Creating and developing a new department from scratch to manage over 500 properties.
- Introducing new procedures, training guides and templates.
- Extensive use of Excel, Power Query and other Microsoft Office programs including Outlook and Teams.
Team Leader - Property (Post-Acquisition and Sales)
2017-2023
- Overseeing a department which I grew from 4 to 15 members of staff, managing over 3,600 properties.
- Implementing change of department structure to introduce 2 sub-departments.
- Overhauling existing in-house bespoke training programme and drafting in-depth training guide.
- Management of block insurance policy covering over 350 properties.
- Carrying out quarterly appraisals for all members of the team.
Property Administrator
2015-2017
- Main point of contact for all property matters on portfolio of 250 properties.
- Use of SIPP Pro and Genisys software.
- Liaising with clients and insurance providers to ensure all properties have adequate insurance cover.
- Liaising with solicitors and surveyors to make sure all occupied have appropriate tenancy agreements in place.
- Administrating property development works for various projects and arranging payments with contractors.
- Liaising with banks to arrange mortgages and securing charges against properties.
- Liaising with solicitors to process property sales including checking of Land Registry titles and applications.
Estates and Management Ltd
2014 – 2015
Property Administrator
- Intensive training in Land Registry use and lease reading.
- Use of Qube property management software.
- Liaising with leaseholders regarding ground rent payments and general lease queries.
- Processing consent requests for underletting.
- Liaising with solicitors to process property transfers.
References available upon request
Personal Life
I am a big sports fan and enjoy watching football, cricket, formula one and American football. I am a fan of Everton and Barnet FC, Essex County Cricket Club and the Seattle Seahawks. I also play 7-a-side football regularly.
I am an experienced glider pilot and a former flight instructor with over 700 hours of flight time. I own a glider which is currently based just outside Thirsk, North Yorkshire.
I have been married to my wife for 4 years and we have a 2-year-old daughter.